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effusive

UK/ɪ'fjusɪv/US/i'fju:siv/
C2

Definitions

adj.

Expressing feelings in an unrestrained, overly enthusiastic way

感情奔放的;过分热情的

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ef-out of, former
+
fusflow; pour
+
-ivetending to, having the nature of
=effusive

ef- (out) + fus (pour) + -ive = 'tending to pour out.' An effusive person pours out praise or emotion without holding back.

Root flu still carries 61 more words

Common Collocations

  • 1.effusive praise热情的赞美
  • 2.effusive thanks热烈的感谢
  • 3.effusive greeting热情的问候

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    She gave an effusive thank-you speech that lasted ten minutes.

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